1974 Seat 133 vs. 2001 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2001 Ford Mustang is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Seat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Seat 133 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1974 Seat 133. (43 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 Seat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 790 kg more than 1974 Seat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Ford Mustang (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Seat 133. (55 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Seat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Seat 133 | 2001 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Seat | Ford |
| Model | 133 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
